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Lunch and dinner served, local cuisine
Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel

Airlie Beach Hotel
3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Great stay great price "
Australia
Neil
The price is NZ$339
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Airlie Beach Hotel
Front of property – evening/night
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1008)
"This was a beautiful hotel. It was close to shopping, food and tour pick-ups. I would definitely recommend this hotel !"
United States
SUSAN
The price is NZ$265
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | View from room
Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel

Cairns Harbourside Hotel
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Super friendly staff, big rooms, comfy beds n pillows"
Australia
Mel
The price is NZ$202
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Cairns Harbourside Hotel
Aerial view
Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns

Hilton Cairns
5.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1006)
"Fantastic stay , great staff"
Australia
Taymour
The price is NZ$229
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hilton Cairns
Exterior
Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn

Crystalbrook Flynn
5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
"Excellent location; close to all amenities"
Canada
moyra lee
The price is NZ$223
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Crystalbrook Flynn
Aerial view
Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns

Pacific Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1005)
"Great hotel walking distance to main areas"
Australia
Rosemin
The price is NZ$239
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Pacific Hotel Cairns
Garden view
Magnums Airlie Beach

Magnums Airlie Beach

Magnums Airlie Beach
2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (695)
"Clean and close to everything"
Australia
Monica
The price is NZ$130
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Magnums Airlie Beach
Exterior
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
4.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Staff were very welcoming and friendly and the property was clean and comfortable. Great location one block from the water. Would absolutely stay here again on our next trip to. Cairns!"
United States
Nathan
The price is NZ$219
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
Exterior
Coral Sea Resort

Coral Sea Resort

Coral Sea Resort
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1006)
"Great location, beautiful pool and delicious food. Would definitely stay here again! "
Australia
Liz
The price is NZ$349
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Coral Sea Resort
BBQ/picnic Area
Quality Resort Parkhurst

Quality Resort Parkhurst

Quality Resort Parkhurst
4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (551)
"Great staff, very clean and quiet. A great place to stay. A nice pool too. Our second visit and it was great!!"
Canada
Steve
The price is NZ$191
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Quality Resort Parkhurst
Aerial view
Daydream Island Resort

Resort in Whitsundays

Daydream Island Resort
4.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (874)
"Friend staffs, great views and walkable around the island. "
Australia
Ashok
The price is NZ$305
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Daydream Island Resort
Front of property – evening/night
Quest Mackay on Gordon

Quest Mackay on Gordon

Quest Mackay on Gordon
4.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (440)
"The room was comfortable. The pool was nice and the staff were all exceptional. Thanks for the great stay!"
Canada
Mia
The price is NZ$217
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Quest Mackay on Gordon
Exterior
Oaks Port Douglas Resort

Oaks Port Douglas Resort

Oaks Port Douglas Resort
4.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1005)
"N/A - Staff ( Rhiana) at the front desk was excellent in her service."
Australia
Gordon
The price is NZ$189
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Oaks Port Douglas Resort
Outdoor pool, free pool cabanas, pool umbrellas
Rambutan Resort

Rambutan Resort

Rambutan Resort
5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (782)
"Excellent customer service and support "
Australia
Sheena
The price is NZ$153
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Rambutan Resort
Exterior
Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley

Crystalbrook Riley
5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
"Great hotel. Would stay there again. "
Australia
Syed
The price is NZ$232
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Crystalbrook Riley
Garden
Denison Boutique Hotel

Denison Boutique Hotel

Denison Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (965)
"Such a beautiful place to stay"
Australia
brett
The price is NZ$151
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Denison Boutique Hotel
Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Harbour View
Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International

Pullman Cairns International
5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Beautiful hotel. Staff was very helpful with activities and polite."
United States
Tony
The price is NZ$247
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Pullman Cairns International
Front of property
Palm Bungalows

Palm Bungalows

Palm Bungalows
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (523)
"Fantastic place to stay"
Australia
David
The price is NZ$541
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Palm Bungalows
View from room
Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville

Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville
4.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Location was good"
United States
Yvonne
The price is NZ$200
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Hotel Grand Chancellor Townsville
Deluxe Twin Room, Terrace | Terrace/patio
Mission Beach Lodge

Motel in Mission Beach

Mission Beach Lodge
2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (31)
"Very friendly staff. "
Australia
Aaron James
The price is NZ$130
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Mission Beach Lodge
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Top Great Barrier Reef Hotel Reviews

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

10/10 Excellent
"Everything great"
Nelida 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns

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